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Laredo Seniors Battle Extreme Heat | Laredo News
Seniors in Laredo, Texas, are suffering through dangerously hot apartments—some hitting over 90 degrees—even as city officials scramble to respond. The mayor personally visited Hamilton Senior Apartments, installed a portable AC, and called the conditions “unacceptable,” especially for vulnerable residents. Council voted to deploy more units for two-bedroom apartments, while wellness checks twice weekly move overheated seniors to cooling centers. But reports still trickle in that heat persists despite efforts. Long-term fixes include a $5 million renovation plan and a new cooling tower set…
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